South Korea

Korea’s CJ Olive Young expands to US

The move is part of its global expansion strategy.

‘K-beauty’ takes over skincare world

Products with natural Korean ingredients are in high demand in China and the US.

South Korea's Lotte Wellfood expands India operations with new plant

The company plans to increase production lines from nine to 16 by 2028.

Korea retail sales up 8.2% in 2024

Offline sales saw a modest 2% rise.

K-beauty platform hwahae global site reaches 100,000 users in 2 months

It also plans to launch a Japanese version of the site this year.

Gen MZ drives South Korea’s second-hand luxury boom

This shift is driven primarily by younger generations.

South Korea e-commerce market to hit $126b in 2024

It was attributed to consumer trust and innovation.

Starbucks Korea opens high-tech store in Seoul

Its first reserve-only branch features AR art installations and a Mixology Bar.

Birkenstock takes over direct distribution in South Korea

It will be via its newly launched online shop. 

Korea retail sales increase 9.2% in August

It was led by strong online growth.

Starbucks opens first reserve-only store in Seoul, South Korea

Jangchung Lounge R also features a 'Mixology Bar.’

South Korea retail sector up 6.3% YoY in July

Offline sales, however, declined by 3%.

South Korea e-commerce market to reach $170.1b by 2028

This is attributed to high-speed internet, secure payments, and growing consumer trust in online shopping.

Foot Locker to exit South Korea

It plans to complete the closures and transfers by mid-2025.